Crushed tomatoes can be substituted for tomato sauce if you prefer a chunkier soup. Always use fresh Italian basil in this ...

Don't forget that pile of condiments lurking in your pantry or fridge. They can really help elevate many of your meals, ...

I tried 14 flavors of Rao's jarred tomato sauce and ranked them from worst to best. I loved the brand's vegetable-forward ...

A real tomato base, evidenced by pureé and pieces, is likewise essential. Seasonings (including basil, we assume) add a savory kick, while the croutons sprinkled on top meld with the soup ...

For added flavor, add a teaspoon of dried basil or chopped fresh basil to the tomato sauce. This soup goes great with its best friend, i.e. a grilled cheese sandwich or some homemade cheesy garlic ...

For a totally out-of-the-box take on tomato soup, try using ripe green tomatoes—they're more tart than red tomatoes, so add basil, thyme, sweet yellow onions and lots of garlic to balance the ...

The basil pesto adds a lovely flavour, but this soup is still very good without it.